When you are a member of ISM-PRD, you have access to an assortment of benefits and services that is unmatched in our field today:

Inside Supply Management®, ISM's monthly e-magazine, contains thought-provoking discussions and information on those topics most relevant to today's forward-thinking, strategic supply management professionals, published exclusively for members. Included in each issue of the magazine is the Manufacturing and Non-manufacturing ISM Report On Business®, ISM's monthly survey of purchasing statistics is the first of its kind. It's considered by many economists to be the most reliable, near-term economic barometer available today.

Unlimited Access to ISM's & ISM-PRD’s Web Site

Members can search an extensive database of supply management information, take part in professional forums and learn about ISM's assortment of educational products and services. Members also have access to:

-The Online Career Center — Search a database of employment listings from across the country, post your résumé for organizations to see, search for the perfect employee or take advantage of other career-enhancing tools.

-The ISM Online InfoCenter — Without a doubt, the largest purchasing and supply management library around. Check frequently — new information is added all the time.

Networking Opportunities – during ISM-sponsored seminars and conferences and with peers from your ISM affiliates and other supply management professionals in the PRD region.

Certified Professional in Supply Management® (CPSM®)— The credential that surpasses the demands of the international marketplace with multi-faceted skills in areas such as supplier relationship management, commodity management, risk and compliance issues, and social responsibility. Special discount for ISM-PRD organized training and professional activities

Professional Groups and Forums— Gain a deeper understanding of your area of expertise and develop valuable connections when you join an ISM Group or Forum.

Professional Development Resources— offers a wide variety of products to help complete your supply management information library. Our books and other self-study products will broaden your knowledge and sharpen your skills. Topics include, but are not limited to, global sourcing, supply management, negotiations, legal issues, and leadership. All ISM members receive discounts on professional development resources.

Annual International Supply Management Conference and Educational Exhibit — where you can network with more than 2,000 peers and examine emerging trends and challenges at the only international conference devoted exclusively to the supply management profession. Members receive significant savings on registration fees.

CAPS Research – Members receive supply management-related research studies and benchmarks free from CAPS Research, the only global not-for-profit research center in supply management. Learn more about CAPS Research and how they can be of service to you.

Activities tailored for members– members are eligible to join various academic activities in Hong Kong or Pearl River Delta area like factory/field visits, seminars, professional sharing sessions as well as networking events at the members’ discount rate